Wed Sep 18 02:12:16 UTC 2024: ## Dancing With the Stars Season 33 Premieres with High Energy and Controversy
The highly anticipated Season 33 of “Dancing With the Stars” debuted with a bang, introducing a new roster of celebrities vying for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy. Returning hosts Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough welcomed back judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough.
The premiere episode was marked by several standout performances, with Chandler Kinney and Brandon Armstrong setting the bar high with a powerful tango, earning the highest score of the night at 23/30. Close behind were Dwight Howard and Daniella Karagach, who impressed with their salsa, receiving 22/30.
Other notable performances included former Bachelor Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson’s energetic cha-cha (21/30), Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold’s surprising jive (21/30), and convicted felon Anna Delvey’s cha-cha, which sparked both curiosity and controversy.
Delvey, known for her elaborate schemes, drew attention for her nonchalant approach to her past, joking about her ankle bracelet while explaining her reinvention as a ballroom dancer. Despite a mixed reaction from the audience, judge Carrie Ann Inaba encouraged viewers to focus on Delvey’s dancing, emphasizing the show’s focus on the art form itself.
With the premiere episode setting the stage for the season, “Dancing With the Stars” promises to be a captivating blend of skill, entertainment, and unexpected twists, leaving viewers eager for the competition to unfold.
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